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Dr. David Kerstetter, MD

Gastroenterology
4.1 (20)
Map Pin Small Altoona, PA
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. David Kerstetter, MD

Dr. David Kerstetter, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Altoona, PA. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 19 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and is affiliated with Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital, Conemaugh Nason Medical Center and Upmc Altoona. Patients rated Dr. Kerstetter an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Kerstetter works at Practice in Altoona, PA with other offices in Everett, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Constipation, Diarrhea and Nausea along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Kerstetter's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Allegheny Regional Endoscopy
    810 Valley View Blvd, Altoona, PA 16602 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (814) 946-5469
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00
  2. 2
    Altoona Regional Health System
    620 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA 16601 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (814) 889-3124
  3. 3
    Advanced Regional Center for Ankle and Foot Care
    195 Memorial Dr Ste 6, Everett, PA 15537 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (814) 946-5469

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital
  • Conemaugh Nason Medical Center
  • Upmc Altoona

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    About Dr. David Kerstetter, MD

    Specialties
    • Gastroenterology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 19 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1619994076
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Brown University Alpert Medical School
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Harvard Medical School
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Dickinson College
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. David Kerstetter, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Kerstetter is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Kerstetter has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Kerstetter has seen patients for Constipation, Diarrhea and Nausea, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kerstetter on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    20 patients have reviewed Dr. Kerstetter. The overall rating for this provider is 4.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kerstetter.

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